Nigeria is made up of three big ethnic groups the Igbo, the Hausa, and the Yoruba. From their languages we got WAZOBIA a word that shows unity in our diversity.
Each group has its own flavor, The Igbo love business, Atilogwu dance, and the New Yam Festival that is celebrated all across Igbo land. The Yoruba love parties and owambes. The Hausa are known for their Sallah celebrations plenty of merriment and known for being the most accommodating people you will ever meet. Put all that together, and that’s Nigeria.
Truth is, Nigeria is full of vibes and laughter. We love people, and we love enjoyment, merriments. Celebrations!!! We don’t joke with that at all. Loud music, dancing, showing off our beauty and uniqueness we go all out.
And don't even get me started on football. The Super Eagles club. Once there is a match, you will know by seeing people gather, argue, shout, analyze. Even if there is no light, people will pay just to watch football. And at the end, even if we lose, somehow we still find a way to laugh and console ourselves. That's just how we are. We don’t like defeat, we bounce back fast, act like nothing happened, and sometimes even turn the loss into jokes on social media.
Music!!! Leave it for Nigerians. We can turn any song into magic. Even if it’s already been composed we will recompose and remix it, add vibes, and suddenly it feels brand new.
Now our Mothers. Nigerian mothers are something else 😅. Their bargaining power in the market is top-notch. Following my mum to the market is always pure comedy. And when it comes to discipline and motivation, they hype us like no other. You will hear things like,
“When I was your age, I always took first position,” or Me, I was always reading, I did not even look at boys at all.”
Deep down you know it’s not true but that’s just how they push us to do better. Life as a Nigerian is interesting. From childhood folktales before bed, to lively markets, endless music, and the way we laugh through tough times, we really know how to live.
Yes, the economy is tough, but Nigeria is still a cruise on its own. We are blessed, we are loved, and the world can not ignore us. We have what they need. And honestly, if things were better here, many of us wouldn’t even think of leaving this buzzing, vibrant life for the quiet life abroad.
ONE LOVE ❤️
Happy Independence, Nigerians and Happy 65th birthday Nigeria
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